W22007 Notice of Intent

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) Office of Health Equity (OHE) is seeking to contract with Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong (MASS), a self-advocacy organization operated and directed by individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), to provide training services for healthcare and health promotion providers, as well as wellness promotion activities and health-related trainings to people with I/DD and adults with mobility limitations. The initial contract term will be from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, with the possibility of additional one-year renewal options subject to funding availability. DPH's selection of MASS is based on the organization's unique understanding of the issues, needs, and processes involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating these types of programs, as well as their successful track record of collaborating with state agencies. DPH believes that the selection of MASS ensures the best value and most cost-effective procurement for the provision of these specialized services.

The funding for this contract opportunity is provided by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This opportunity is set aside for MASS, a self-advocacy organization operated and directed by individuals with I/DD, to leverage their specialized expertise and experience in serving these populations. There are no incumbent vendors or current contractors listed, and the available budget range is not specified in the provided information.